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Every credit union has stories that show the power of people helping people. Tell us about a time your credit union made a meaningful and lasting difference for a member or your community. Email media@cornerstoneleague.coop.

National Credit Union Foundation Launches National Biz Kid$ Showcase

Biz Kid$ is a credit union-funded and branded financial education program for young adults that is championed by the National Credit Union Foundation.


People’s Trust Donates Chromebooks to Nonprofit

People’s Trust Federal Credit Union donated 14 HP Chromebook devices to Change Happens, a local nonprofit that addresses the needs of underserved populations in the Greater Houston area.


Driven by our commitment to growth, advocacy, and community

In this week’s Leaguer, we remind you of some important deadlines, including the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board’s call for credit unions to submit comments by March 29...


Submit comments supporting FCU investment authority in CUSOs to NCUA by March 29

Cornerstone League is asking credit unions to submit comments to the National Credit Union Administration Board supporting the NCUA’s proposal to broaden the FCU investment authority in CUSOs.


Industry leaders to speak at IMPACT Virtual: Marketing and Business Development Forum

At IMPACT Virtual (previously known as the Annual Meeting) you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge through robust content right at your fingertips.


Global Women’s Leadership Network opens 2021 scholarship nominations

Global Women’s Leadership Network has opened the application window for the 2021 GWLN Scholarship.


Ransomware attacks extorting sizable ransoms continue as predominant cyber issue

Ransomware developers and affiliates have been telling victims they must pay the ransom or stolen data and internal company secrets will be publicly released.


At UP FCU, raising funds is a year-round thing

You might say that UP Federal Credit Union in Little Rock, Ark., never stops raising funds for Arkansas Children’s Hospital, the sole Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) hospital in the state.


Neighborhood CU presents check to Children’s Medical Center Foundation

Neighborhood Credit Union recently presented a check for $25,000 to the Children’s Medical Center Foundation of Dallas. It was the credit union’s 25th annual donation to the Foundation.


Oklahoma’s Credit Union president/CEO announces plans to retire

Mark Kelly, long-time president and CEO of Oklahoma’s Credit Union in Oklahoma City has announced he will retire in April.


Texas’ Signature Advocacy Event Is March 22

Next Monday, March 22, credit union advocates will gather for the Texas Governmental Affairs Conference from 1 to 3 p.m. This event is dues-supported and free to Cornerstone League members.


Making our mark through service, education, and recognition

In this week’s issue of the Leaguer, we cover news and events on topics that reinforce our shared commitment to supporting our credit unions and their communities.


Houston Chapter of Credit Unions fights childhood hunger

When it comes to childhood hunger, there’s a predictable cycle. A dip in the economy and the loss of frontline jobs quickly translates to food insecurity for the families of those workers.


CISA issues alert and emergency directive

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently issued an alert and emergency directive regarding Microsoft Vulnerabilities.


NEFE to retire high school financial planning program

For 20 years, the Cornerstone Foundation has been a proud sponsor of the National Endowment for Financial Education’s (NEFE) High School Financial Planning Program.


Cornerstone Foundation launches Financial Capability Service Provider initiative

Cornerstone Foundation recently launched an initiative to attract Financial Capability Service Providers (FCSPs) to the Cornerstone tri-state region...


Industry leaders to speak at IMPACT Virtual: Volunteer Forum

At IMPACT Virtual (previously known as the Annual Meeting) you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge through robust content right at your fingertips.


Cornerstone League now accepting entries for Community Service Awards

The Cornerstone League and the Credit Union National Association are now accepting entries for Community Service Awards...


A closer look at NCUA ruling to extend overdraft charge-off limit

As consumers continue to struggle to make ends meet during the current economic crisis, regulatory agencies are examining rules and regulations to ensure credit unions have the strategies and tools they need to meet their members’ changing financial needs.


First-time homeownership slowed before recovering some in 2020

Did the pandemic impact first-time homebuyers in 2020? It certainly did.

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